Automotive Show - INAPA Automotive Exhibition 2012

Automotive exhibition titled 'International Auto Part, accecories and Equip Exhibition (INAPA) 2012' was held at JIExpo Kemayoran, Jakarta, 28 to 31 March 2012. Exhibition of components, accessories and automotive equipment is claimed to be the largest in ASEAN attracted 1,000 companies from 21 countries. Automobile manufacturers and Asianusa ESEMKA which is Indonesia's automotive industry association that consistently build a four-wheeled vehicles such as Wasps, Fin Komodo, GEA, and Merapi, also took part in the mat. (Photo: AFP / Rosa Panggabean) viva

Luxury Car - Chevrolet TrailBlazer

The Chevrolet TrailBlazer is a mid-size sport utility vehicle produced by the Chevrolet division of American automaker General Motors.

On November 10, 2011, General Motors officially revealed a second generation of the vehicle to be sold worldwide. It is unknown if it will be sold in North America.

Trendy Car - Jeep Compass

The Jeep Compass (MK49) is a compact crossover SUV introduced for the 2007 model year. The Jeep Compass, along with the Patriot both slot below the Jeep Wrangler as Jeep's entry-level sport utility vehicles, and is one of Jeep's first crossover SUVs.

During a press conference on November 4, 2009, Chrysler LLC, now 25% under Fiat ownership, announced that both the Patriot and Compass would get modifications for 2010, but will be discontinued by 2012, to be replaced by a single Fiat-based model.

For 2011, Jeep redesigned the Compass to more closely resemble the Grand Cherokee, while keeping its own identity. The 2011 Jeep Compass also receives a revised suspension for better handling, a revised interior with more standard equipment, and more option packages including a Freedom Drive II Off-Road Package which includes a continuously variable transmission fitted with a low-range setting, all-terrain tires inside 17-inch aluminum wheels, skid plates, a four-wheel-drive system, and an increase ground clearance of a full inch.

A special edition Compass model commemorates Jeep’s 70th anniversary in 2011, and includes various upgrades, special interiors, badges, wheels, and is available in only three exterior colors: Bronze Star, Bright Silver, and Black.

New Luxury Car - BMW i8

German-made cars, BMW, announced the launch of their advanced hybrid cars, the BMW i8, 2014. Model to be presented is believed to have a design concept better than that exhibited in the movie Ghost Protocol MI.

Reported by Inautonews, Monday, March 26, 2012, though it was a shadow of its model, BMW is still doing testing and development of the car.

BMW i8 expected to have the original design better, compared with a concept that was introduced to the public years ago, in September 2011 at the Frankfurt Motor Show.

BMW i8 will come with hybrid technology engines with total power 393 hp, and one of them stem from an electric motor that produces 170 hp and 550 Nm of torque. The big secret power generated is supplied from a 3-cylinder turbocharged 1.5-liter capacity newest.

Powerful engine and is mated to an environmentally friendly four-speed transmission, where there is a version of "i" that uses a single-speed transmission.

For the price, BMW i8 will go on sale with a tag of Rp1, 2 billion and is targeted sale of at least reach 10 thousand units. viva

 

Automotive Girl - 'Angels' at the Bangkok Motor Show

 For the 33rd time, auto show 'Bangkok International Motor Show' held in Bangkok, Thailand, 28 March-8 April 2012. A number of the world's automotive manufacturers displaying their latest products in the event. (Photo: REUTERS / Chaiwat Subprasom) viva

 

A number of models posing near the car ahead of the Hyundai Elantra carpet '33rd Bangkok International Motor Show 'in Bangkok, Thailand, Tuesday (03/27/2012). Photo: REUTERS / Chaiwat Subprasom

A model posing near the car Ford Fiesta ahead of the mat '33rd Bangkok International Motor Show 'in Bangkok, Thailand, Tuesday (27/03/2012). Photo: REUTERS / Chaiwat Subprasom

A model posing near the car Mercedes-Benz Concept A '33rd carpet ahead of the Bangkok International Motor Show 'on Tuesday (03/27/2012). Photo: REUTERS / Chaiwat Subprasom

A model poses on the C600 Sport BMW motorcycle ahead of the mat '33rd Bangkok International Motor Show 'in Bangkok, Thailand, Tuesday (27/03/2012). Photo: REUTERS / Chaiwat Subprasom

A number of models posing near the car Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe '33rd carpet ahead of the Bangkok International Motor Show 'on Tuesday (27/03/2012). Photo: REUTERS / Chaiwat Subprasom

 A number of models posing near the car ahead of Nissan Townpod mat '33rd Bangkok International Motor Show 'in Bangkok, Thailand, Tuesday (27/03/2012). Photo: REUTERS / Chaiwat Subprasom

A number of models posing near the car ahead of the Nissan March Nismo carpet '33rd Bangkok International Motor Show 'in Bangkok, Thailand, Tuesday (27/03/2012). Photo: REUTERS / Chaiwat Subprasom

A number of models posing near the car ahead of the Mitsubishi Mirage carpet '33rd Bangkok International Motor Show 'in Bangkok, Thailand, Tuesday (27/03/2012). Photo: REUTERS / Chaiwat Subprasom

A number of models posing near the car ahead of the Suzuki Swift mat '33rd Bangkok International Motor Show 'in Bangkok, Thailand, Tuesday (27/03/2012). Photo: REUTERS / Chaiwat Subprasom

A number of models posing near the car ahead of the mat BMW320d Sport '33rd Bangkok International Motor Show 'in Bangkok, Thailand, Tuesday (03/27/2012). Photo: REUTERS / Chaiwat Subprasom

A number of models posing near the car Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Super Trofeo Stradale ahead of the mat '33rd Bangkok International Motor Show '. Photo: REUTERS / Chaiwat Subprasom

New Luxury Car - Ford B-MAX

American car manufacturers, Ford, finally announced the price of the car "magically" flagship, Ford B-MAX. Cars without a B pillar (pillar in the middle of the car) is priced at Rp191 million, or 15 950 euros in Germany.

Reported by Inautonews, Monday, March 12, 2012, Ford B-Max was officially introduced to the public in the event the Geneva Motor Show 2012. Car-based Multi Purpose Vehicle (MPV) has received a positive response from the world of automotive lovers. Why this car is spelled 'magic' can click here.

Ford B-Max will be available in showrooms in Germany in July this year. Lowest car series is powered by Duratec engine, 1.4-liter petrol, which produces power 90 hp.

Standard active safety features Ford B-Max has been equipped with brakes Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Electric Stability Program (ESP) with traction control, Ford Easy Fuel (with the fuel tank cap that is easy and protected).

Not to forget, features Intelligent Safety System (ISP) including front and side airbags for driver and front passenger safety. Then the airbag on the driver's legs, and neck to protect the head in front and rear.

On the passive safety systems, Ford supported the tire pressure monitoring system, monitoring incurred by the engine torque, and many other interesting things.

Ford said, for the B-Max 1.0 liter engine with EcoBoost engine, which produces 100 horsepower released at a price 17 350 euro or about Rp207, 7 million. While the 120 horsepower version released 18 350 euros, or about Rp220 million. Both versions are spending an average of 4.9 liters of fuel per 100 km.

1.5-liter TDCi engine with a power output of 75 horsepower, priced at 17 250 euros, or about Rp206 million, and the B-Max 1.6-liter TDCi engine with 95 horsepower, sold 18 750 euros, or about Rp224 million. viva

New Unique Car - 'Batman' Car Nissan Production

Japanese automotive manufacturer, Nissan, launched a prototype racing car for the future given the name 'Nissan Deltawing'. Vehicle that looks like a superhero Batman car, the Nissan engine powered 1.6-liter DIG-T and will become non-competitive participants in the event the Le Mans 24 hour endurance. (Photo: REUTERS / Andrew Winning) viva

Automotive News - 10 Gold Plated Luxury Cars (2)

Gold is always identical to the human body accessories. But, for the super rich, gold can also be used to decorate objects in unexpected lay people, the car bodies for example.

Madness of the super rich to show social status above their mounts is not new. Since a few years ago, the super rich who are dissatisfied with their mounts a standard style (factory output) selecting them with the precious metal.

Trend of gold-plated car is continue to spread. If the first is often found in oil-rich countries of the Middle East like. Watch this walk began to spread to other countries such as China, the United States and Europe.

Here are 10 gold-plated car is enough to occupy the attention of lovers of the world automotive Automotto version: viva

 People in Dubai do have a high appetite for gold affairs. Proved by the discovery of a Nissan GT-R with a layer of gold on the streets in the city center.

Some people argue that this is impossible, but with the wealth owned by rich people in Dubai, this could happen.

 Mercedes-Benz small car was modified by the firm Brock wheels, with a pure gold coating disekujur body.

Many automotive lovers struck by the look of this car. These tiny jewels are not only dazzling, but also offer comfort and agility.

 Virgil Adam's old car is now more valuable when compared with the latest cars at this time.

This chameleon-colored car has a body that is coated with gold. Modified with the help of his friend by the name of Butch James, this car has a color that can be changed when in the sun - viewed from different directions.

 In the hands of the oil merchant from Kuwait, which is the Bugatti Veyron is currently the fastest car in the world, performing with gold-plated body. Oil baron was seen displaying a vehicle at Gumball Rally event in 2009.

German-made car is owned by a super-rich in Russia. He wrapped a car costing Rp 1 billion, with 18 kilograms of gold. However, one thing is for sure have to think about if you have this car. Do not park haphazardly if not the gold layer is stolen by car thief.